Topic: Seat Cover Installation

[grumpy56]

New seat cover went on with not too much of a problem. However, the "tangs" on these "buttons" are really firm. Amy tip on how to spread these adequately? Channel locks on the buttons will do it, but there must be a better way. Thanks.

[MauiK3]

Maybe a wedge shaped chisel?

[CycleRanger]

Maybe a wedge shaped chisel?

That was my thought as well. Then maybe tap the tabs down with a small hammer?

Are these the buttons from 4-into-1?
I just bought a set of these for my CL350 seat.
I noticed they appear to be steel. I think the originals are aluminum.
I imagine Honda had some kind of special crimping tool.
I need to get some new foam before I recover my seat.

[grumpy56]

Purchased my cover and buttons from SCI in Canada. They are steel and the original ones are also. however, the SCI versions seem to be of thicker stock.

[CycleRanger]

Purchased my cover and buttons from SCI in Canada. They are steel and the original ones are also. however, the SCI versions seem to be of thicker stock.

I think the buttons from 4-into-1 are the same, with the thicker tabs.
Looks like they just cut a straight slot down the middle of the post as opposed to the originals having a V shaped slot.

[kerryb]

Are these the fasteners to attach the chrome seat trim?     The trim on my 70's k bikes is held on by an aluminum nail that gets a springlock fastener.  I tried to save the originals but ended up making new ones from aluminum roofing nails, by turning them down on the lathe.

[grumpy56]

No, these are mostly decorative as there are steel tangs in the seat pan that hold it on tight.

Was able to bend the button tangs using channel locks, a paint stick, and a towel. Not as tight as I would like, but will do.

Do appreciate all your comments.

[Don R]

 400F?

[grumpy56]

yes